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Everything’s coming up roses or so the saying goes but in our neck of the woods, it’s coming up lilac! As we speak the festival has kicked off and the festivities have begun. It’s an 8 day celebration, so use this guide and plan your lilac adventure. Speaking of planning, it’s almost warm enough to plant…

Oh when the saints come “March”ing in. Oh when the Saints come “March” ing in…we’ll know Spring is coming right? Not so much. Since, we can’t rely on Rochester, NY weather, at least we can rely on the calendar to tell us when Spring will be here, which happens to be Friday, March 20th. Unfortunately, it…

You’re making a list and checking it twice! You’ve found out you’re naughty and not nice—because there are still a few people you can’t think of a gift for and then there’s someone you just plain forgot! You’ve already blown your budget. Remain calm and shop on. 1. Consider making a gift I know, it…

It’s time to make a list and check it twice and see what’s naughty or nice in the current real estate market. In the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, it’s actually a great idea to consider giving yourself the gift of a new home this holiday season. Bah Humbug you say? Consider these great…

There’s so much to be thankful for! Among the greatest of gifts is the ability to choose your life! We are so fortunate in the Greater Rochester Area to have a cornucopia of small, locally owned businesses run by people who have pursued their passions! Small Business Saturday was established in 2010 to recognize these…

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and we’ve put together some great ideas to make the day even more delightful! The least stressful option is to go out to dinner! Seriously, it’s okay. We’ve come along way from having to pluck turkeys ourselves and you’ll be supporting local business: On the East Side: •…

Yes, it’s true! The Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival starts this Friday! Here are some great tips to make the most of your experience! 1. Do Your Research. There are over 1500 artists from 19 countries. 75 of the concerts are free. I’m all about being spontaneous; but since this series is usually…

Father’s Day is just around the corner! What can you get for your favorite fellow that sends the message “You’re awesome!” We found a lot of Father’s Day Gift ideas on the internet (we have included the lists). Here’s some of the most unique: From US News and World Report comes GarbagePanz! Yes, it’s an…

Spring is finally here. We knew it would come eventually! So what to do? At the top of the list is a visit to your local Farmer’s Market! We are fortunate in Rochester to have a bushel full to choose from. Not only is it great fun and great exercise, it is an excellent…

Goodbye Gingko, hello caffeine! According to a recent article in Forbes magazine, a little caffeine can boost your memory! Not only can you get up and go with coffee, now you can remember where you went! Turns out it may even help your heart and happiness level too! But where to go, for a cup…